Red Sea International Film Festival to Celebrate Fifth Edition in December

JEDDAH, Feb 19 (SAUDI ARABIA BREAKING NEWS) – The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) has announced that its fifth edition will take place from December 4 to 13, 2025, in Jeddah’s historic Al Balad district.

The milestone event aims to celebrate cinematic excellence, inspire creativity, and empower filmmakers across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. Since its inception, RSIFF has positioned itself as a premier cultural and cinematic platform, fostering regional and international industry collaborations.

GROWING GLOBAL RECOGNITION

The previous 2024 edition set new records, welcoming over 40,000 attendees, including nearly 7,000 registered industry professionals. The festival showcased 122 films from 85 countries, including 61 world premieres, underscoring its growing international influence and appeal.

This year’s edition will continue to highlight diverse storytelling, featuring a mix of feature films, shorts, and documentaries. It will also include industry programs aimed at supporting emerging filmmakers and advancing the regional film industry.

A LEADING CINEMATIC HUB

Held in UNESCO-listed Al Balad, RSIFF has become a key driver in Saudi Arabia’s cultural transformation, playing a major role in developing the Kingdom’s burgeoning film sector. The festival has also strengthened Jeddah’s reputation as a global hub for cinema and artistic exchange.

With its largest edition yet on the horizon, RSIFF is set to reinforce its status as a world-class film festival, attracting top talent, industry leaders, and film enthusiasts from across the globe.